Young Men's Health
I keep hearing that 1 in 6 sexually active adults has herpes, yet many people are asymptomatic and don’t even know they have it. How would they know they have it if they’ve never had symptoms??I go to the doctor every year for my usual physical, and never had blood work for herpes or any STD. It was never offered and my physician knows I’m … read more
Articles Tagged: contraception
How much do I know about contraception?
There are many types of contraception that vary in how effective they are at preventing pregnancy, how much they cost, how easy they are to use, and whether they also protect against STIs. Take our quiz to see how much you know about the different kinds!
Am I ready for sex?
It’s a very complex decision! Ask yourself the following questions to see if you’re ready to have a sexual relationship.
Is there an age limit on vasectomies?
There is no clear cut age limit on vasectomies, but urologists may have different policies in their clinics. However, I would suggest thinking long and hard before getting a vasectomy … read more
I had sex for the first time 6 days ago but some of the sperm fell out of the condom. My girlfriend took EC 36 hours later. Could she be pregnant?
The “morning after” pill, which is also known as Emergency Contraception, Plan B, or Next Choice, is most effective when taken within 72 hours of having unprotected sex. Although emergency … read more
Can you get HPV from anal sex?
Yes. You can get HPV from anal sex, vaginal intercourse, oral sex, or simply by sexual contact. HPV and genital warts are usually spread by direct skin-to-skin contact during vaginal, … read more
I had sex yesterday but I didn’t use protection and my girlfriend and I aren’t sure if a little sperm got in. What should she do?
Emergency contraception (EC) is a safe treatment to help prevent pregnancy in adolescent girls and adult women who have had unprotected sex. EC works before a woman’s body ovulates, preventing … read more
Why do teens want to have sex?
Sex is a normal human behavior that allows us to connect with other people in a very intimate way. It also allows us to create children when we’re ready to … read more
Can I get a girl pregnant from anal sex?
Even though there isn’t a direct path from the anus to the vagina, there’s a small chance that a female could become pregnant through anal sex. This is because semen … read more